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Gold, Platinum and Diamond Bracelet
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- gold, platinum, diamond
The line bracelet suspending a heart-shaped locket, set with old European-cut diamonds weighing approximately 9.10 carats, length 6¾ inches, unsigned; circa 1900. With fitted heart-shaped box signed Tiffany & Co.
Condition
In good condition. The diamonds are approximately H-J color and VS-SI clarity. Very flexible and well made. Fitted with a safety chain. Family records suggest the piece was purchased at T Kirkpatrick in New York in January 1901. Accompanied by a beige velvet heart-shaped fitted box signed Tiffany & Co. New York, Paris, London. Embossed with script initials C.E.H. for Charlotte Elizabeth Hill on lid.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
James J Hill, known as 'The Empire Builder' founded Great Northern Railroad in 1866. This bracelet belonged to his daughter Charlotte, who married George T. Slade, who was an executive at Great Northern Railroad and attended Yale with her brother, Louis W. Hill. Their 1906 wedding was one of the greatest events seen by St. Paul society.